Senior Engineer I, Software Engineering
About The Position
As part of ASM's Software Engineering team, the Senior Engineer I develops advanced control software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The software supports robotics, gas delivery systems, temperature control hardware, and factory automation, including real-time solutions for chip production. Based in Phoenix, the role collaborates with global engineering teams and contributes to semiconductor automation and equipment connectivity. The position also advances ASM's software engineering capabilities through responsible adoption of AI-enabled development, helping teams accelerate problem resolution, improve software quality, and scale engineering excellence across global product platforms. The work includes designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software; supporting Windows and real-time operating systems; resolving system issues; integrating factory automation interfaces; and contributing to architecture, documentation, and engineering practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong software development experience using C#.
- At least 5 years of software development experience, preferably in a full-stack or systems-focused environment.
- Semiconductor industry experience.
- Hands-on experience with factory automation systems.
- Familiarity with SECS/GEM, GEM300, and EDA (Interface A) protocols.
- Experience working with Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS).
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, large language models (LLMs), and modern software engineering practices leveraging generative AI.
- Ability to travel 10–25% domestically and internationally.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree.
- 10 or more years of software development experience, including software architecture and system design.
- Experience developing machine control software, preferably for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Strong knowledge of Windows and real-time operating systems.
- Experience building multi-threaded and real-time applications.
- Hands-on experience with GUI development and device drivers.
- Knowledge of networking, industrial communications, and EtherCAT.
- Understanding of dynamic scheduling algorithms and deadlock avoidance techniques.
- Ability to analyze complex system interactions and drive long-term technical improvements.
- Hands-on experience integrating AI, machine learning, or data-driven solutions into production software systems or engineering workflows.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Develop applications for Windows and real-time operating systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues within real-time control systems.
- Diagnose and resolve software, electrical, and mechanical system issues.
- Lead technical escalations with field engineers and global customers.
- Partner with Quality Assurance and Support teams to investigate issues and improve regression test coverage.
- Author and review software requirements, system specifications, design documents, and test plans.
- Investigate internal and customer-reported issues and develop solutions.
- Evaluate and recommend software engineering tools, processes, and best practices.
- Participate in system architecture, design, and scheduling initiatives.
- Integrate and support factory automation interfaces, including SECS/GEM and related industry protocols.
- Collaborate with automation teams to ensure reliable communication between manufacturing equipment and factory systems.
- Support responsible adoption of AI-enabled development to improve problem resolution, software quality, and engineering practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
